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Books in Rookie Read-About Science: Life Cycles series

  • Seed to Plant

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (C. Press/F. Watts Trade, March 1, 2014)
    Nothing says summer is here like the big, bright blossoms of a sunflower!In this book, readers (Ages 6-7) learn how this towering plant starts out life-as a small black seed. They also learn about the different parts of the plant and how they all work together to help it grow and thrive.
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  • Caterpillar to Butterfly

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2014)
    It starts with a tiny egg and ends with a gorgeous winged insect.Readers (Ages 6-7) will learn all about the amazing changes a monarch butterfly undergoes during its life cycle, and how it fits into its ecosystem.
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  • It's a Good Thing There Are Ladybugs

    Joanne Mattern

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Ladybugs are actually a farmer's best friend-they eat the bugs that would otherwise harm plants.Many people thing ladybugs are pretty. Some even think they bring good luck. The well-organized chapters help readers (Ages 6-7) identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help students navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.
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  • Push and Pull

    Patricia J. Murphy

    Paperback (Children's Press, Aug. 1, 2002)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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  • Solids, Liquids, and Gases

    Ginger Garrett

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2005)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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  • Scientists Ask Questions

    Ginger Garrett

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2005)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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  • How Do You Know It's Fall?

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2013)
    How do you know its fall?Through vivid photos and engaging nonfiction text, this fun and fact-filled Rookie Read-About Science book answers the question, How do you know its fall? Covering everything from weather patterns to animal behaviors to seasonal activities, How Do You Know Its Fall? gives readers (Ages 6-7) an in-depth look at this season of change.
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  • Where Do Puddles Go?

    Fay Robinson

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2001)
    An introduction of puddles and drainage for young yeaders.The natural world comes alive for young readers (Ages 6-7) with Rookie Read-About "RM" Science! With striking, full-color photos and just the right amount of text, this series immediately involves young readers as they discover intriguing facts about the fascinating world around them.
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  • Acorn to Oak Tree

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2014)
    It's hard to imagine that a mighty oak tree starts out as a tiny acorn, but it's true!This book takes readers (Ages 6-7) step by step through the life cycle of this stunning addition to our landscape.
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  • All the Colors of the Rainbow

    Allan Fowler

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2001)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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  • Tadpole to Frog

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2014)
    Ribbit. Ribbit. Some young creatures look just like their grown-up parents. Others-like frogs-look completely different.Who could look at a tadpole and picture the hopping, insect-catching adult to come? This book offers readers (Ages 6-7) a detailed look at the life cycle of this amazing amphibian.
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  • You Can Use a Balance

    Linda Bullock

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2004)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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